August 2018

08/10/2018

Annie Marlow’s life is riddled with tragedy. Needing to mend her broken heart, she returns to the seaside cottage where her family spent many summers. Living in the main house is Mellie, a reclusive who needs someone like Annie to bring her out of her shell.

As the new physician assistant in town, Annie meets young and old in Oceanside making a name for herself. From a teenage couple who needs some guidance to a newly married woman longing for a baby, Annie has her hands full.

When Annie meets Keaton, a big man with a damaged soul, she finds a brief reprieve from her own grief. Over time, the two fall into a comfortable rhythm as they explore the possibility of a relationship.

Just as Annie’s friendship with Mellie begins to blossom, she is faced with a life-changing decision that threatens to throw her off-balance. Annie must decide if she is willing to leave the safe haven for another adventure or stay put and pass on a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Cottage by the Sea is a heartwarming story filled with memorable characters looking for a fresh start. The quaint seaside town is an idyllic setting for Annie and Keaton who find each other at just the right time. The audiobook version read by Karissa Vacker is the perfect companion for a summer car trip or work commute. Another notable read by New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber, Cottage by the Sea is at the top of my list of must-read summer book picks.